My Gut Feeling - Stomach Cancer Foundation of Canada

My Gut Feeling - Stomach Cancer Foundation of Canada My Gut Feeling is a Stomach Cancer support community created by 2 survivors created for patients, caregivers and survivors. Feeling alone? Scared? Overwhelmed?

Want information from gastric cancer survivors? Join current patients, survivors and health care providers to help you along the cancer journey. We offer monthly support groups, peer to peer support, education from medical experts and advocacy for stomach cancer

Our Goals:

AWARENESS
Dispel misconceptions about stomach cancer. Together we can face the physical, emotional and spiritual challenges

associated with stomach cancer. EDUCATION
Provide information on the day to day journey of being diagnosed, living with and surviving stomach cancer. ADVOCACY
Improve quality of life, give a voice to patients and caregivers, and provide peer mentorship based on personal experience with stomach cancer.

When you are caring for someone facing a serious illness like cancer, it is easy to feel like you aren't doing "enough."...
06/10/2026

When you are caring for someone facing a serious illness like cancer, it is easy to feel like you aren't doing "enough."

You might feel helpless because you cannot change the diagnosis, rewrite the lab results, or take away the physical pain. In the middle of medical spreadsheets, appointments, and endless waiting rooms, it’s easy to trick yourself into believing that your efforts are falling short.

But here is the truth that this quote beautifully reminds us: The most powerful thing you can give someone cannot be bought or prescribed.

TONIGHT 7PM EST: The ASCO 2026 Gastric Updates webinar is live! Join our international panel of experts as they break do...
06/09/2026

TONIGHT 7PM EST: The ASCO 2026 Gastric Updates webinar is live! Join our international panel of experts as they break down the most important stomach/gastric/GEJ cancer research from and what it means for patient care.

Simply follow the link, click the "Join Live" button tonight at 7PM EST/6PM CT/5PM MT/4PM PT: https://asco2026gastricupdates.my.canva.site/

Co-hosted by:

When we cultivate physical recovery, we open up a wonderful space for emotional growth and renewal. Our minds and bodies...
06/09/2026

When we cultivate physical recovery, we open up a wonderful space for emotional growth and renewal. Our minds and bodies work as a harmonious team, constantly lifting each other up:

💜 Embracing a New Definition of Strength: Every step of recovery is an opportunity to discover a deeper, more resilient version of yourself. You learn just how adaptable, strong, and capable you truly are.

💜 Rebuilding Trust and Safety: As your body grows stronger, your mind begins to feel a profound sense of peace and security. You can actively nurture this by thanking your body for its hard work and celebrating every single milestone, no matter how small.

💜 Cultivating Presence and Calm: Transitioning into a healing space allows you to slow down, practice mindfulness, and prioritize self-care in ways that enrich your entire life moving forward.

The Reality: The mind and body thrive together. When you soothe your thoughts and fill your heart with hope, your nervous system relaxes into a state of profound rest. This peaceful emotional state creates the absolute perfect environment for your physical body to flourish and rebuild.

"Can endoscopy rewrite the story of gastric cancer? I think the answer is: I hope so." Dr. Jeff MoskoHealing is an all-...
06/08/2026

"Can endoscopy rewrite the story of gastric cancer? I think the answer is: I hope so." Dr. Jeff Mosko

Healing is an all-encompassing journey, and when it comes to stomach cancer, the advancements in early detection are changing the future of care.

At our recent conference, Dr. Mosko, an advanced gastroenterologist at St. Michael's Hospital and University of Toronto, shared a powerful and optimistic look at how innovative screening and cutting-edge endoscopy are shifting the paradigm.

Knowledge is power, and catching stomach cancer early makes all the difference.

👇 Click the link in our bio to watch Dr. Mosko's full presentation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mnQLEnAGtSc

Don't forget to Subscribe to our YouTube channel and hit the notification bell so you never miss another breakthrough presentation or patient advocacy resource!

06/08/2026

🤝 From lived experience to meaningful health system change.

Join this thought-provoking roundtable at CCRAN's 4th Annual Pan-Tumour Biomarkers Conference, where patient advocacy leaders across tumour types reflect on their experiences advocating for comprehensive genomic profiling (CGP) in diverse health system contexts.

This discussion will explore how patient groups identify unmet needs, coordinate advocacy efforts, and define what meaningful CGP investment looks like from patient and community perspectives.

Key areas of discussion include:
• The role of real-world evidence in informing CGP implementation
• How patient groups engage stakeholders to shape priorities and inform decision-making to advance CGP as a standard of care across Canada
• Barriers to achieving consistent access and standardization of CGP testing across jurisdictions
• Strategic approaches to strengthen advocacy impact across jurisdictions

📅 June 19, 2026 | 1:30 – 3:00 p.m. ET
💻 Virtual and free to attend
✨ New this year: sessions available with real-time translation into French and several other languages

👉 Register for free: http://bit.ly/biomarkers26

Today, MGF joins the global community to mark National Cancer Survivors Day®—a poignant, inspiring Celebration of Life l...
06/07/2026

Today, MGF joins the global community to mark National Cancer Survivors Day®—a poignant, inspiring Celebration of Life led by the National Cancer Survivors Day Foundation. 🎗️✨

What began as a small grassroots survivorship movement in 1987 is now one of the largest cancer survivor celebrations in the world. Held annually on the first Sunday in June, NCSD sees thousands gather across the globe to honor cancer survivors and to show the world that life after a cancer diagnosis can be beautiful, meaningful, and triumphant.

To every survivor and warrior in our community: MGF stands with you today, and every single day.

Join our next My Gut Feeling Peer Support Group this week. This is a safe, compassionate, and confidential space to shar...
06/05/2026

Join our next My Gut Feeling Peer Support Group this week. This is a safe, compassionate, and confidential space to share your experiences, ask questions, and find comfort among people who truly understand.

📅 Event Details
When: Wednesday, June 10th
Time: 6:30 PM EST / 3:30 PM PST
Where: Virtual (Link provided upon registration)
👉 How to Join
Registration is free but required to receive the meeting link. Secure your spot today:
🔗 Register Here: mygutfeeling.ca/join-us

Join us for an overview of the most important stomach/gastric/GEJ cancer research presented at the 2026 American Society...
06/04/2026

Join us for an overview of the most important stomach/gastric/GEJ cancer research presented at the 2026 American Society of Clinical Oncologyf Clinical Oncology (ASCO) Annual Meeting.

Our international panel of experts will break down key findings, explain what they mean for patients, and highlight how new data may influence treatment decisions and care in the months ahead.

Following the presentations, attendees will have the opportunity to participate in a live Q&A with our speakers. An on‑demand recording will be available after the webinar for anyone who cannot attend live.

Hosted in collaboration by Debbie's Dream Foundation: Curing Stomach Cancer ; Gastric Cancer Foundation; GI Cancers Alliance; Hope For Stomach Cancer; My Gut Feeling; No Stomach For Cancer Stomach Cancer UK.

Add it to your calendar or submit questions at: https://asco2026gastricupdates.my.canva.site/

Catching stomach cancer early so important to treatment. Some early symptoms like Dysphagia (diffiiculty swallowing, une...
06/03/2026

Catching stomach cancer early so important to treatment.

Some early symptoms like Dysphagia (diffiiculty swallowing, unexplained weight loss, bloating and heartburn are easy to dismiss.

Often we brush these away as stress or small changes but knowing your risk can change everything.

Understand your family history of H Pylori infection and seeing your doctor about seemingly small changes in your health can make all the difference.

Learn more at: https://www.mygutfeeling.ca/resources

Gaining or maintaining weight is a common and difficult challenge for many people living with gastric cancer. But when y...
05/28/2026

Gaining or maintaining weight is a common and difficult challenge for many people living with gastric cancer. But when you look at nutrition labels, it's important to look beyond the numbers. Instead of just counting calories, focus on the quality of those calories:

🌱 Prioritize Protein: Helps support muscle and recovery.
🌾 Focus on Fiber: Vital for regular bowel function and regulating blood sugar.

If you are struggling to build the right meal plan for your body, don't hesitate to ask your healthcare professional to recommend a certified nutritionist or dietitian who can guide you.

For more resources and recipe ideas please visit: https://www.mygutfeeling.ca/lifestyle-and-nutrition

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